Beyond the Keys: A Study of Three Aspects of Advanced Saxophone Performance in Two Works by Takashi Yoshimatsu
Publication Date
Spring 5-8-2023
Abstract
Techniques such as slap-tonguing, the altissimo range, and improvisation are advanced tools in the contemporary saxophonist’s arsenal. Japanese composer Takashi Yoshimatsu explores these techniques through his compositional works Fuzzy Bird Sonata and Saxophone Concerto, Op. 59 (“Cyber Bird Concerto”). This paper reviews the pedagogical texts of Larry Teal, Debra Richtmeyer, Mark Watkins, Sigurd Rascher, Donald Sinta, and Noah Getz for developing slap-tongue and altissimo while providing an approach to improvisation as a language. This review should serve as a guide to approaching the music of Takashi Yoshimatsu.
Major Mentor
Alex Graham, D.M.A.
Second Mentor
Clare Sher Ling Eng, Ph. D.
Third Mentor
Joel Treybig, D.M.A.
Department
Music, School of
College
Music and Performing Arts, College of
Document Type
Metadata Only
Degree
Master of Music (MM)
Degree Level
Master's
Degree Grantor
Belmont University
Recommended Citation
Contreras, Ryan, "Beyond the Keys: A Study of Three Aspects of Advanced Saxophone Performance in Two Works by Takashi Yoshimatsu" (2023). Student Theses. 13.
https://repository.belmont.edu/music_theses/13
